Danica McKellar surprised listeners this week after sharing a candid and unusual memory from the birth of her son.
During a podcast appearance, the actress recalled being encouraged to taste her placenta shortly after giving birth.
Her reaction and how much she actually liked it quickly sparked curiosity and debate among fans online.
Danica McKellar Recalls Unexpected Moment After Giving Birth
During an appearance on “The BobbyCast” on Tuesday, March 10, McKellar reflected on the day she welcomed her son, Draco, in September 2010.
The “Wonder Years” star, now 51, shares the 15-year-old with her ex-husband, composer Mike Verta.
While discussing the birth experience, McKellar revealed that her doula suggested she try something unexpected shortly after delivery.
“My doula said, do you want to taste the placenta? I’d just given birth,” she recalled, explaining that “you’re not in your right mind” after going through the birthing process. “And I’m like, sure.”
What happened next surprised even McKellar herself.
McKellar Says The Taste Reminded Her Of Steak
According to McKellar, the experience was far from what she expected. She described the taste in striking terms while speaking to host Bobby Bones.
McKellar said, “She gave me a piece of it. Bobby, it was like the best filet mignon that I have ever tasted. But more.”
The admission made her laugh at the memory, but the actress admitted she felt conflicted about how much she enjoyed it.
“I was embarrassed about how much I loved it,” she said. “It was bizarre. I thought, what is this, some sort of weird satanic…,” the actress added.
At that point, Bones jokingly interrupted her story with a question that many listeners were probably already thinking.
“Am I a cannibal?” he joked.
Despite the awkwardness of the moment, McKellar said the experience led her to a surprising realization.
“We are meant to have that,” she explained.
Podcast Host And Fans React To Danica McKellar’s Story
After the episode aired, Bobby Bones shared his thoughts about McKellar’s openness in the caption of an Instagram post highlighting the conversation.
“I appreciate the openness. The generosity of her stories. And the vulnerability from the whole episode. But especially here,” he wrote.
The revelation quickly caught the attention of fans online, and reactions poured into the comment section. Many listeners expressed strong opinions about the topic.
One person wrote, “Of course, this is a Satanic ritual. Good gracious every single one of them is part of the club and they tell you just like she did here.”
Another commenter strongly criticized the practice, writing, “It’s literally human tissue; that belongs to the BABYS GENOME, that is cannibalism. It’s grotesque. We are not animals we are humans, do your research and have some common sense.”
More Mixed Reactions Trail McKellar’s Revelation
Others, however, defended the idea and pointed to possible health benefits.
“Even if it’s perceived as gross, it’s full of minerals and nutrients. The hospital sells them for $50k if keeping it isn’t in your birth plan. It’s full of stem cells as well and can be beneficial to your child if they get sick in the future. Has nothing to do with cannibalism,” one fan commented.
Another supporter wrote, “Yes we are meant to eat our babies placenta, it helps us gain back all the nutrients we lost in childbirth.”
Still, some viewers remained uncomfortable with the idea.
“Most other mammals eat it, to hide the scent and for protein for milk production. I don’t know if I’d admit to that if I was her. Eww,” another commenter added.
Life With Son Draco After Danica McKellar Became A Mom
McKellar welcomed Draco in 2010 during her marriage to Verta. The couple married in March 2009 but later separated, with McKellar filing for divorce in June 2012.
At the time of Draco’s birth, the former couple released a statement to PEOPLE celebrating the new arrival.
“We are humbled, overjoyed and so grateful for this miraculous gift,” they said. “It’s like we’ve only now just learned the true meaning of love.”
Over the years, McKellar has continued documenting special moments with Draco as he grows up.
In May 2025, she shared a playful video featuring the two dancing together in a nod to her time competing on “Dancing with the Stars.”
“Couldn’t resist “jumping” on this one! This was SO much fun to put together,” she wrote in the caption. She also added a humorous parenting tip, telling followers, “Mom tip: Use your kids to stay young!”
Later that summer, McKellar posted photos from a vacation in Hawaii with her son, proudly noting how much he had grown.
Since then, she has frequently shared glimpses of her life as a mom with fans through social media.